Nigeria: Shema @68 – Spotlight On His Patriotism and Belief in Nigeria’s Potential

Each year, I take the liberty to pen a tribute to His Excellency, Dr. Ibrahim Shehu Shema, former Governor of Katsina State, on his birthday on September 22nd. It’s one of the few occasions I write about him without his prior knowledge or input, a privilege that comes with full responsibility for every word.

Born in 1957, Shema is a rare breed of politician: intelligent, humane, sincere, and a master of governance. I vividly recall a sunny afternoon in February 2021, sitting in his office…